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The Andy Griffith Show

1960 – 1968Show8 seasons249 episodesTV-G

ComedyFamily
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic–7.6Rotten Tomatoes–88%

A heartwarming, nostalgic comedy series about family and history, with standout performances.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

Shows with

Episodes

8 seasons · 249 episodes · best: S3E11 "Convicts-at-Large" 9.3

Episodes

8.0
8.2
8.3
8.2
7.9
6.7
7.0
6.7

Story

Nip it in the bud!

Andy Taylor is the widowed sheriff of the fictional small community of Mayberry, North Carolina. His life is complicated by an inept, but well-meaning deputy, Barney Fife, a spinster aunt and housekeeper, Aunt Bee, and a precocious young son, Opie. Local ne'er-do-wells, bumbling pals, and temperamental girlfriends further complicate his life.

Feels like

  • Idyllic Small-Town Americana
  • Gentle Moral Lessons
  • Timeless Family Sitcom
  • Warm & Nostalgic Atmosphere
  • Wholesome Humor
  • Character-Driven Comedy
  • Simple Life Philosophy
  • Intergenerational Appeal
  • Comfort Viewing Classic
  • Community Values

Cast

24 of 374 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Bob Sweeney, Lee Philips, Alan Rafkin
Written by
Aaron Ruben, Jack Elinson, Harvey Bullock
Produced by
Bob Ross, Danny Thomas, Jay Sandrich
Music by
Earle Hagen

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 3, 1960 · April 1, 1968 · Ended

First aired
October 3, 1960
Last aired
April 1, 1968
Status
Ended
Length
8 seasons · 249 episodes
Age rating
TV-G
Genres
Comedy, Family
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
6 countries

Tropes

Shaped Like Itself, Taxman Takes the Winnings, Early-Installment Weirdness +9

  • Shaped Like Itself
  • Taxman Takes the Winnings
  • Early-Installment Weirdness
  • Extreme Omni-Goat
  • Reunion Show
  • Bulk Buy Only
  • Catchphrase
  • Gentleman Thief
  • Know-Nothing Know-It-All
  • Smoking Is Cool
  • Suspiciously Specific Denial
  • Intentional Weight Gain

12 of 168 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream The Andy Griffith Show?"

Questions about The Andy Griffith Show

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Andy Griffith Show?

Paramount+PhiloYouTube TVPluto TVTubi TV

In the United States, The Andy Griffith Show streams on Paramount+, Philo, and YouTube TV, and it is free with ads on Pluto TV and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is The Andy Griffith Show worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 8.4). Season 6 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 6.7 against 8.3 for the best season.

Which season of The Andy Griffith Show is best?

Season 3, with an IMDb average of 8.3. Seasons 6 and 8 are the weakest at 6.7. The highest-rated episode is Convicts-at-Large (season 3, episode 11) at 9.3, and the lowest is Mayberry R.F.D. (season 8, episode 30) at 4.5.

Is The Andy Griffith Show okay for kids?

TV-G

Yes: it's rated TV-G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Andy Griffith Show?

104 h

About 104 hours: 249 episodes in 8 seasons of about 25 minutes each, aired from 1960 to 1968.

Will The Andy Griffith Show make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Andy Griffith Show?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.